As the saying goes, we’re nothing without our health — and that applies to our surroundings just as much as ourselves. Here, we look at ways that businesses are working to protect the health of sustainable destinations and the local communities that host them; while here in the US, Redfin now equips home buyers and sellers with county-, city- and even neighborhood-specific climate-risk data for homes they’re considering.
EDITORIAL
THE NEXT ECONOMY
Why Shirakawa Village Is Considered One of the World’s ‘Top 100 Sustainable Destinations’
Japan’s idyllic Shirakawa Village has worked to mitigate overtourism and preserve the integrity of the local traditions and landscape by limiting visitors to those who respect the town’s heritage and embrace the spirit of mutual assistance that drives the local culture.
THE NEXT ECONOMY
Redfin Now Provides Climate-Risk Data for Prospective Home Purchases
The online real estate brokerage site now includes data from ClimateCheck to help home buyers and sellers understand the risk for fire, heat, drought and storms in their area over a 30-year mortgage.
WASTE NOT
Too Good to Go Releases First Impact Report, Commits to Climate Positivity
The world’s leading anti-food-waste app releases first Impact Report and commits to going beyond its carbon-neutral achievement to continue to fight climate change.
WALKING THE TALK
Intrepid Travel Launches Global Vaccine Equity Campaign
The world’s largest adventure travel company and certified B Corp is advocating for the safe return of international travel and improved access to COVID-19 vaccinations in low-income countries around the world.
COMMUNITY UPDATES
The SB’21 Experience, October 18th-21st at Paradise Point!
Alumni of past San Diego flagship events know–the learning and networking opportunities in the immersive environment of Paradise Point Resort are beyond compare. After choosing a full day of inspiration and information from more than 75 sessions led by industry leaders, the opportunities to relax and recharge at morning yoga, evening receptions, and other specially curated activities complete the experience. Join the community of like-minded sustainability peers at SB’21 San Diego, October 18th-21st.
WEBINARS
Realizing the Value of a Shared ESG Vision
Wednesday, August 18, 2021 – 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET | Sponsored by Navex Global
The ESG leaders are challenged to find alignment across teams, educate new practitioners on sustainability best practices, and ultimately develop a shared vision of ESG goals and progress.